Its body bulged and bent, arms akimbo, and atop its vinyl shoulders sat an oversize skull and crossbones for a head.

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In Dallas, he sold 523 black flags emblazoned with a skull and crossbones and "No Shoes Nation, " the title of the 2013 tour.

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Perhaps Vermont cheddar should come with a skull and crossbones.

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Skull and crossbones, Jolly Rogers etc.

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From eco-friendly diapers in plaid, floral and skull-and-crossbones to biodegradable baby wipes and organic body oils, customers subscribe online to monthly shipments delivered to their homes.

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They can hoist the skull-and-crossbones, tie pirate knots, learn how to fire a cannon and more, the museum's Web site says.

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Just like mothers of girls have reacted against the passive princess role, I wish I could see more parents of boys reacting against things like the skull-and-crossbones pirate ghetto.

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